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Portland Thorns and Timbers begin soccer seasons

By Sage Van Wing (OPB)
March 12, 2025 1:52 p.m.

Broadcast: Wednesday, March 12

Vancouver Whitecaps midfielder Ryan Gauld keeps ahead of Portland Timbers midfielder Jimer Fory during the first half of an MLS match Sunday, Feb. 23, 2025, in Portland, Ore. The Whitecaps defeated the Timbers 4-1.

Vancouver Whitecaps midfielder Ryan Gauld keeps ahead of Portland Timbers midfielder Jimer Fory during the first half of an MLS match Sunday, Feb. 23, 2025, in Portland, Ore. The Whitecaps defeated the Timbers 4-1.

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Soccer season has started in Oregon, but Timbers and Thorns fans might have to dig a little deeper to cheer their teams this year. Both teams face a lot of player injuries and offseason departures of some star players. Anne Peterson, sports writer for the Associated Press, joins us to preview what’s ahead for Portland soccer fans.

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